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Fenir

Male · Young · 3 years

Fenir is an impressive dog, whose presence in the animal shelter causes admiration but also sympathy. He arrived on a leash, not knowing what a leash was, which is only the tip of the iceberg in his life story. So far, no one has given him enough attention to teach him basic rules, but in his eyes, there is a deep desire to understand and be accepted. He is a big and very strong puppy who dreams of playing and is not aware of his size. Even Pudzianowski would envy him in paws. Additionally, he is stubborn and wants to impose his own rules. For now, our charge is in the process of socializing with other dogs - he completely doesn't know how to communicate with them. With people he trusts, Fenir proves to be a loyal companion, but he can also show clearly if something doesn't suit him. Unfortunately, he is increasingly struggling with emotions and has difficulty calming down, resulting in jumping and nipping. Fenir is a challenge, but also a huge opportunity for those who take on this task. He is like an unpolished diamond that needs the right support to shine with full brilliance. He needs a home where he can develop his potential under the care of strong, patient, and experienced caregivers, familiar with large dogs (XL) and broad behavioral knowledge. He is not a companion for everyone - he requires training from scratch, consistency, and clear boundaries. He is not suitable for a first dog. He is not suitable for a household with children or small animals!

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Fenir to imponujący pies, którego obecność w schronisku wzbudza zachwyt ale również współczucie. Przyjechał na kolczatce, nie mając pojęcia czym jest smycz, co jest tylko wierzchołkiem góry lodowej w jego życiowej historii. Dotąd nikt nie poświęcił mu wystarczająco dużo uwagi, by nauczyć go podstawowych zasad, ale w jego oczach widać głęboką chęć zrozumienia i akceptacji. Jest dużym i bardzo silnym psim dzieckiem, które marzy o zabawie i nie zdaje sobie sprawy ze swoich gabarytów. Pary w łapach mógłby mu pozazdrościć nawet Pudzianowski. Dodatkowo jest uparty i chciałby narzucać swoje zasady. Na ten moment nasz podopieczny jest w trakcie socjalizacji z innymi psami - zupełnie nie wie jak się z nimi komunikować. W stosunku do ludzi, którym zaufa, Fenir okazuje się być oddanym towarzyszem, ale potrafi także pokazać dosadnie jeśli coś mu się nie spodoba. Niestety ostatnio coraz gorzej radzi sobie z emocjami i ma trudności z wyciszeniem, w wyniku czego skacze i podgryza. Fenir to wyzwanie, ale także ogromna szansa dla tych, którzy podejmą się tego zadania. Jest jak nieoszlifowany diament, który potrzebuje właściwego wsparcia, by zabłysnąć pełnym blaskiem. Potrzebuje domu, gdzie będzie mógł rozwijać swój potencjał pod opieką silnych, cierpliwych i doświadczonych opiekunów, mających obycie z psami w wersji XL oraz szerokopojęta wiedzę behawioralną. To nie towarzysz dla każdego - wymaga nauki od początku, konsekwencji i jasnych granic. Nie jest materiałem na pierwszego psa. Nie nada się do domu z dziećmi ani małymi zwierzętami! Asia 691885905 Żaneta 886243046

Size
Large
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇵🇱Warsaw
Shelter
Schronisko Na Paluchu
Living with Fenir
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Schronisko Na Paluchu · Warsaw

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Fenir home

What you'll need for Fenir in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Fenir

What life with Fenir looks like

Fenir is a large young adult dog waiting at Schronisko Na Paluchu in Warsaw.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

Note from the shelter: Behavioral issues - jumps and nips when overstimulated, requires extensive training and socialization

🇵🇱Adopting from Poland

Polish shelters maintain established transport routes to Germany, Netherlands, Austria, and Sweden. Animals leave sterilized and chipped. Adoption fees are typically lower than in Western Europe (often €50–€150) but adopters cover transport.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Fenir, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Fenir?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Schronisko Na Paluchu handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Fenir on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Fenir if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Schronisko Na Paluchu will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Fenir already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Fenir isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Schronisko Na Paluchu early rather than rehoming privately; they know Fenir and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (PL). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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